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CLM 77T

1978 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,416 mi
Last recorded28,416 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 1978 Ford Fiesta46,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLM 77T
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2015 28,416 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 9 Jan 2015 28,396 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 27,400 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 25,240 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front wheel rim damaged,front beam below radiator welded.

Pass 22 Dec 2011 24,923 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front seat backs looseo/s/wiper split,suspension modifiedboth front and n/s/r tyre perished,o/s/r tyre slight buldge in side wall not effecting construction,front cross member heavily welded,sills slightly corroded,

Fail 9 Dec 2011 24,895 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Panhard rod which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front seat backs looseo/s/wiper split,suspension modifiedboth front and n/s/r tyre perished,o/s/r tyre slight buldge in side wall not effecting construction,front cross member heavily welded,sills slightly corroded,

Pass 7 Jan 2011 24,738 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

drivers seat has movement in seat back,o/s wiper worn,suspension n ot standard,brake pipes painted,o/s/r tyre has slight buldge in side wall not effecting construction,o/s/r,brake slightly binding,front crossmember extensively welded

Pass 17 Nov 2009 23,541 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front tyres just missing front arches

Pass 21 Nov 2008 22,742 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 22,695 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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CLM 77T is a 1978 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1978 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 46,438 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CLM 77T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 48 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CLM 77T registered?

CLM 77T is a 1978 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 1978.

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